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A good product roadmap is one of the most important and influential documents an organization can develop, publish, and continuously update. In fact, this one document can steer an entire organization when it comes to delivering on company strategy.This practical guide teaches you how to create an effective product roadmap, and demonstrates how to use the roadmap to align stakeholders and prioritize ideas and requests. With it, you’ll learn to communicate how your products will mak...

For the first time, a book exists that compiles all the information candidates need to apply for their first CTRS job, or to apply for a better job.What you'll find especially helpful are the worksheets. It is so much easier to write about a work experience using these outlines. It ensures that the narrative will follow a logical structure and reminds you not to leave out the most important points. With this book, you'll be able to revise your application into a much stronger docum...

This book explores the fascinating and complex life of Jacques Cœur, the most influential and wealthiest merchant in medieval France. Born into modest beginnings, Cœur rose to prominence through his mastery of trade, banking, and finance, eventually becoming a key player in the royal court of Charles VII. His commercial ventures spanned vast networks across Europe, establishing him as a central figure in the transformation of the French economy from a feudal to an early capitalist system. ...

A good product roadmap is one of the most important and influential documents an organization can develop, publish, and continuously update. In fact, this one document can steer an entire organization when it comes to delivering on company strategy. This practical guide teaches you how to create an effective product roadmap, and demonstrates how to use the roadmap to align stakeholders and prioritize ideas and requests. With it, you’ll learn to communicate how your products will make your ...

The Avignon Papacy and the Schism explores one of the most turbulent periods in Church history, delving into the political and theological crises that divided Christendom during the 14th and 15th centuries. The book examines the dramatic shift of the papacy to Avignon, the resulting schism that saw rival popes claim authority over the Catholic Church, and the lasting consequences on papal power, church governance, and European politics. Through detailed analysis of key figures, ev...

This book explores the lives, works, and legacies of medieval women writers, highlighting their contributions to both religious and secular literature during a period when female voices were often marginalized. From the mystical writings of Hildegard of Bingen and Julian of Norwich to the courtly poetry of Marie de France and the trobairitz, these women navigated societal constraints to engage with the intellectual and cultural life of their time.The text examines how wome...

This book explores the multifaceted representation of women in medieval literature, offering a deep dive into the varied roles that women occupied in the intellectual, social, religious, and political landscapes of the Middle Ages. Through the analysis of key literary works from authors such as Geoffrey Chaucer, Dante Alighieri, Christine de Pizan, and Marie de France, as well as the study of historical figures like Eleanor of Aquitaine and Hildegard of Bingen, this book uncovers the compl...

Uncover the fascinating, turbulent, and transformative past of one of Europe's most storied cities in History of Naples in the Middle Ages. From its roots as a thriving Greek colony to its rise under Norman and Aragonese rule, this captivating account takes readers through the pivotal moments that shaped Naples into the cultural, political, and economic hub it became in the medieval world.As a city at the crossroads of empires and cultures, Naples experienced both magnific...

The Byzantine Economy: Trade, Wealth, and the Silk Road by Ryan Evans explores the intricate economic systems that underpinned the Byzantine Empire's rise and eventual decline. Through a detailed examination of its trade networks, military strategies, and the control of key resources, this book uncovers how Byzantium's strategic position as a crossroads between East and West shaped its wealth and power. Focusing particularly on the empire's involvement in the Silk Road, it shows h...

The early medieval period in Europe, spanning roughly from the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century to the rise of more centralized monarchies in the 11th century, was a time of profound social, political, and cultural transformation. This was an age characterized by the fragmentation of imperial authority, the rise of new political entities, and the constant struggle for power between monarchs, local elites, and commoners. The collapse of centralized Roman authority left a ...

Medieval Markets: The Rise and Fall of Urban Economies by Ryan Evans explores the dynamic and transformative role of markets in medieval Europe, tracing their evolution from humble rural exchanges to bustling urban centers of commerce. The book examines how the rise of towns, the development of banking, and the flourishing of trade networks helped to shape the medieval economy, leading to the growth of a new merchant class and the eventual decline of feudal structures. Through a b...